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	10.00 Megapixels
	3.00x zoom
	2.5 inch LCD

Fuji Z20fd Intro

The Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd digital camera is an update to the Z10fd model that launched last summer. As with its older sibling, the Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd is targeted at so-called "Gen-Z" users. The main change in the Z20fd is an increase in sensor resolution from a 1/2.5" seven megapixel CCD to a 1/2.3" ten megapixel CCD.

Fuji Z20fd Features

The Z20fd's sensor is coupled to a Fujinon-branded 3x optical zoom lens which yields a 35mm-equivalent focal range from 35 - 105mm - a not very generous wide angle to a fair telephoto. Other features include a 2.5" LCD display with 150,000 pixel resolution, SD / SDHC / xD-Picture Card combo slot, Fuji's face detection technology with automatic red-eye removal, and power from a proprietary Lithium Ion rechargeable battery. Two other notable changes from the Z10 are that the Z20fd has an MPEG-4 movie mode, and that the available internal memory has fallen from 54 to 45MB.

Additional Fuji Z20fd features and details (adapted from the press release):

• Face Detection Technology with Automatic Red Eye Removal: As with the FinePix Z10fd, the Z20fd also allows picture takers to Face It with Fujifilm’s innovative Face Detection Technology with Automatic Red Eye Removal for capturing the ultimate group shots and Beam It with Fujifilm’s IrSimple™ technology to share the image instantly with friends. A one-touch selectable mode that identifies up to 10 human faces in a scene, Face Detection Technology sets the correct focus for a chosen primary face and exposure for all detected faces automatically, regardless of where subjects are located within the frame. After the shot is taken, each detected face is instantly checked for red eye; if found, it is corrected automatically, saving the time consuming process of fixing it later. Fujifilm’s IrSimple™ technology allows for fast, easy wireless image transfer to any IrSimple™ equipped device.
• Fujifilm’s Picture Stabilization Technology: Uses higher sensitivities -- up to ISO 1600 in the Z20fd -- and faster shutter and operational speeds, that help reduce camera shake, allowing photographers to capture the moment just as it was meant to be captured.
• Movies: The high-style FinePix Z20fd can also Roll It with an impressive Movie mode, capturing full motion MPEG4 video with the touch of a separate movie shutter button. Using the Successive Movie mode, in-camera editing allows for the creation of a 60 second movie clip, even when shooting in two or more scenes is desired. Start and restart multiple times to build a 60-second compilation, and edit the start and end points.
• Dual Shutter Releases: The FinePix Z20fd has one button for still capture, one for movie record, for ease of use.
• i-Flash Intelligent Flash: i-Flash detects subtle lighting differences within a scene, and then varies the flash intensity accordingly. It also leverages the high sensitivity of the Z20fd to enable the camera to use less flash, preventing that “blasted with light” effect that so many digital camera flashes leave you with. The result is pleasing, natural tones with no flash “wash-out”.
• Dual Shot Mode: In this mode, the FinePix Z20fd quickly shoots two images in succession -- one with and one without the flash -- saving both. This convenient function lets the user perform an on-the-spot picture comparison and decide whether the FinePix Z20fd produced the most pleasing photo with flash, or without.
• Special Scene Modes: The FinePix Z20fd has 16 scene positions including Fireworks, Beach and Snow, offering a one-touch setting for almost any situation.
• xD / SD / SDHC Compatible slot: A single media slot that accepts both xD Picture Card and SD/SDHC media cards.
• Stamp It: Add a little fun to your Z20fd images by “stamping” a variety of fun designs to up to three detected faces in your shots!
• Battery Life: The FinePix Z20fd uses a long-life rechargeable Li-ion battery.

Fuji Z20fd Pricing and Availability

The Fuji FinePix Z20fd goes on sale from late March 2008, with a pricetag of about US$200. The Z20fd will be available in various colors, including Jet Black, Wasabi Green, Hot Pink and Ice Blue.